AnachroCon is a celebration of history both real and imagined. It is a place where those who have a love for yesterday’s future mix and mingle with those who chronicle the past and present. AnachroCon is the place in the South for Steampunk, History, Alternate History, Sciences, Music, Classic Sci-Fi Literature and the most amazing […]
It is not often that you see a couple that “makes it” for twenty-five years. Nowadays that is nearly unheard of. People give up when the going gets tough and never get to experience the numerous phases that come with being with someone for decades. The good, the bad, and the ugly no doubt, but […]
Steampunk Merriment in WoolCorset Wearing Weather! Atlanta STEAMFest Mid Winter Fling Academy Theatre 119 center St. Avondale Estates, GA Event Dates: Jan 08, 2011 12:00 PM Come one and all for a midwinter’s afternoon and eve of Steampunk theater, music, and wonder! The afternoon and evening event will feature a Writer’s Slam, Steampunk Wedding, Theatrical […]
Its time to be thankful and start to spread some holiday cheer! Why not try something different this weekend? Bart Webb is a metal artist in Avondale Estates, at the heart of the Rail Arts District. His art and influence has been an incredible force on the community, and he holds a party almost every […]
Mechanical Masquerade Tonight At the Academy Theater Atlanta (November, 6, 2011) The Artifice Club of Atlanta is hosting a steampunk party tonight at the Academy Theater in Avondale Estates. Known as the Mechanical Masquerade, the shindig is expected to be a wonderful and whirling evening of jazz, dancing, and steampunk costuming. With a new venue, […]
The Extraordinary Contraptions have been touring with a circus. That’s right, circus. Thimblerig Circus performed with The Extraordinary Contraptions at DragonCon. Tonight, they opened the show with acts of juggling and comedy. They continued with sword swallowing, fire breathing/eating and lying on a bed of nails in between shows. They kept the audience entertained so […]
Hometown heroes, The Extraordinary Contraptions, describe themselves as time travelers that have united to play Steampunk. Steampunk combines science fiction, time travel and alternate history while adding romanticized views on technology. Besides the music, Steampunk bands will stick to period fashion, like clothes worn in the 1800’s. Think “League of Extraordinary Gentlemen” or “Sherlock Holmes”. […]
Three bands in one night! If you have never heard of SteamPunk or Alternative History, you must come out and see this! The costumes are fantastic! You will be able to see these three bands tomorrow night: Bitter Ruin are an explosive, theatrical acoustic duo with grasping lyrics filthy with energy and anger. Renowned for […]
